Clothes for the Easter days
Short answer: Easter falls in the middle of the shift from winter to spring, when it can be fifteen degrees one day and five the next. Pack in layers and bring an extra set of dry clothes, and you are covered whatever the weather does.
The weather is unpredictable
Easter can feel like March or like May, and the weather often changes several times over a few days off. A sunny morning can turn into a cold and windy afternoon. That is why it makes more sense to pack in layers than for a specific forecast, so you can add or remove clothing during the day.
The innermost layer
A thin inner layer covers both extremes. When it is warm, it can be worn alone under a shirt or blouse, and when it is cold, it holds in heat under a jumper. Bamboo viscose is soft against the skin and moves moisture away as you go from cold outside to warm inside. See bamboo underwear for women.
A jumper for the evening
Even though the days are getting longer, Easter evenings are still cold, especially if you sit outside or go for a walk after dinner. A soft jumper that pulls easily over your head gets more use than a heavy coat. Choose one that works both on the sofa and out on the terrace. See sweatwear.
Out in the garden
The first days in the garden bring both sweat and soil. You get warm while digging and pruning, then cold again when you take a break. Clothing that handles many washes and can go in the machine the same evening is the most practical choice. Read more about clothing for gardening and DIY.
At the holiday cottage
Many people spend Easter at a holiday cottage that has stood cold all winter. It takes time to warm up, and the first nights in particular can be chilly. That is why nightwear matters more than the rest of your luggage. Pyjamas with long sleeves and long legs make those first nights more comfortable. See bamboo nightwear for women.
Socks
Pack more pairs of socks than you think you will need. Wet feet after a walk through damp grass or a rain shower are the fastest way to get cold. A dry pair to change into in the afternoon makes a real difference, and thin socks take up almost no space. See all bamboo socks for men.
An extra set of dry clothes
A set of dry clothes for the evening is what most people forget. After a day in the garden, on the beach or out walking, it is nice to change into something clean and dry. It does not need much space: an inner layer, a pair of socks and a soft jumper are enough to warm up again.
Layers rather than thickness
Three thin layers are more flexible than one thick jacket. You can take a layer off when the sun comes out and put it back on when the wind picks up. Thin layers also take up less room in your suitcase, and each one can be worn on its own for the rest of the year.
Washing after Easter
Washing at 40 degrees and air drying works even when clothes have soil on them. Brush off dry soil first and turn garments inside out before they go in the machine. Skip the fabric softener and hang clothes to dry instead of using the tumble dryer. Read more in the washing guide.
Frequently asked questions
How do you pack for Easter?
Pack in layers rather than for the forecast. The weather can change by several degrees from day to day, so a thin inner layer and a jumper on top cover most situations.
What do people forget most often?
A set of dry clothes for the evening and extra socks. After a day in the garden or out walking, it is nice to change into something clean before the evening starts.
Are summer clothes too early?
Usually yes, because Easter evenings are still cold. A thin inner layer can be worn all year, though, both alone on warm days and under a jumper.
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